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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon.
10/8/2024, 1:07 PM
Summary of Bill HCONRES 127
Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 127 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon. Martha Hughes Cannon was a prominent figure in American history, known for being the first female state senator in the United States. The statue of Martha Hughes Cannon will be unveiled in Emancipation Hall, a significant location in the Capitol Visitor Center that is often used for important events and ceremonies.
The bill allows for the statue unveiling to take place in Emancipation Hall, providing a fitting and prestigious location for honoring Martha Hughes Cannon's contributions to American politics. This event will likely draw attention and recognition to her groundbreaking achievements as a female leader in government.
Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 127 highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of trailblazing individuals like Martha Hughes Cannon. The use of Emancipation Hall for the statue unveiling underscores the significance of her legacy and the impact she had on American history.
The bill allows for the statue unveiling to take place in Emancipation Hall, providing a fitting and prestigious location for honoring Martha Hughes Cannon's contributions to American politics. This event will likely draw attention and recognition to her groundbreaking achievements as a female leader in government.
Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 127 highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of trailblazing individuals like Martha Hughes Cannon. The use of Emancipation Hall for the statue unveiling underscores the significance of her legacy and the impact she had on American history.
Congressional Summary of HCONRES 127
This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on December 11, 2024, for an event to unveil a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon.
Cannon was a physician, a women's suffrage leader and orator, a public health advocate, and the first woman elected to a state senate in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 127
Bill HCONRES 127 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since September 25, 2024. Bill HCONRES 127 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 3, 2024. Bill HCONRES 127's most recent activity was Message on Senate action sent to the House. as of September 26, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 127
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 127
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- U.S. Capitol
- U.S. history
- Women's rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 127
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon.
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HCONRES 127
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